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DNA In Forensic Scienceby James Robertson; A.M. Ross; L. Burgoyne
CRC Press 1990; US$ 132.00An up-to-date treatment of DNA in forensic science, which contains an introduction to the underlying science, and lays the foundation for a discussion of the technology and methods used. It also addresses current applications of DNA techniques. more...
Firearms, the Law and Forensic Ballisticsby T. A Warlow
CRC Press 1996; US$ 132.00The definitive reference work on the forensic science of firearms. The role of the forensic scientist is described in detail along with desriptions of the mechanics of firing weapons and the consequences of wounding. more...
Firearms, the Law and Forensic Ballisticsby T. A. Warlow
CRC Press 1996; US$ 132.00This book offers a work of reference on the forensic science of firearms. It describes what happens when a weapon is fired in terms of internal, external and terminal, or wound, ballistics and the consequences of these happenings for the forensic scientist both at the scene of the shooting incident and in the laboratory. The role of the forensic scientist is explained in detail, including attending the scene of the crime and post- mortem examination, setting up databases, the recovery of deleted markings and serial numbers, instrumental and analytical techniques used in the laboratory, such as the latest techniques in detection of gunshot residues, and the presentation of evidence in court. more...
The Analysis of Controlled Substancesby Michael D. Cole
John Wiley & Sons, Ltd. 2003; US$ 210.00Presenting new developments in sampling and drug profiling, this book also provides practical information on how to carry out analysis, what the results mean and how they can be used as court evidence and for drugs intelligence purposes. * Includes case-studies with full data and spectra, helping readers to identify substances * Accessibly organized by class of compound * Contains an up-to-date list of the newest drugs more...
Forensic Speaker Identificationby Phil Rose
CRC Press 2002; US$ 139.95A lucid and practical guide to the underpinning knowledge necessary in Forensic Speaker Identification, this book brings much needed clarity to an increasingly important technique. more...
Cultural Competence in Forensic Psychiatryby Wen-Shing Tseng; Daryl Matthews; Todd S. Elwyn
Brunner-Routledge 2004; US$ 69.95By combining their expertise in two separate areas, the authors of this volume are able to develop and create a new body of knowledge and experiences addressing the issue of the cultural aspects of forensic psychiatry. more...
Return of the Black Deathby Susan Scott; Christopher Duncan
John Wiley & Sons, Ltd. 2004; US$ 32.50If the twenty-first century seems an unlikely stage for the return of a 14th-century killer, the authors of Return of the Black Death argue that the plague, which vanquished half of Europe, has only lain dormant, waiting to emerge again—perhaps, in another form. At the heart of their chilling scenario is their contention that the plague was spread by direct human contact (not from rat fleas) and was, in fact, a virus perhaps similar to AIDS and Ebola. Noting the periodic occurrence of plagues throughout history, the authors predict its inevitable re-emergence sometime in the future, transformed by mass mobility and bioterrorism into an even more devastating killer. more...
Teasing Secrets from the Deadby Emily Phd Craig
Crown Publishing Group 2004; US$ 13.99Teasing Secrets from the Dead is a front-lines story of crime scene investigation at some of the most infamous sites in recent history. In this absorbing, surprising, and undeniably compelling book, forensics expert Emily Craig tells her own story of a life spent teasing secrets from the dead. Emily Craig has been a witness to history, helping to seek justice for thousands of murder victims, both famous and unknown. It’s a personal story that you won’t soon forget. Emily first became intrigued by forensics work when, as a respected medical illustrator, she was called in by the local police to create a model of a murder victim’s face. Her fascination with that case led to a dramatic midlife career change: She would go back... more...
Personal Construct Perspectives on Forensic Psychologyby Jack Adams-Weber; James Horley
Brunner-Routledge 2003; US$ 32.95Personal Construct Perspectives on Forensic Psychology provides a new approach to the three main areas of application of forensic psychology; rehabilitation of offenders, work with police, and research and consultation on legal issues and more...
Firearms, the Law and Forensic Ballistics, 2nd Editionby Tom Warlow
CRC Press 2004; US$ 94.95Firearms, the Law and Forensic Ballistics, Second Edition describes what happens when a weapon is fired in terms of internal, external and terminal, or wound, ballistics and the consequences of these happenings for the forensic scientist both at the scene of the shooting incident and in the laboratory. With new and updated information, this second edition explains the role of the forensic scientist, including attending the scene of the crime and post-mortem examination, setting up databases, the recovery of deleted markings and serial numbers, instrumental and analytical techniques used in the laboratory, the latest techniques in detection of gunshot residues, and the presentation of evidence in court. more...